enabling teachers to integrate the arts with other academic subjects while directly addressing state and district content standards

enabling teachers to use local arts resources and give participants firsthand contact with practicing arts professionals

allowing sites to provide participants with a broad range of arts experiences.

Artists-in-Schools links professional artists and arts groups not only with K-12 schools, but also parks and recreation centers, senior facilities, correctional facilities, hospitals, libraries, other community centers, as well as private sector businesses, organizations and individuals. Explore the Artists-in-Schools Directory.

How to book:

Browse the Artists-in-Schools Directory to find the artist you wish to book.

Artist Residencies

Artists-in-Schools residencies are designed to provide an in-depth arts-based educational experience. Residencies may last a full day, several days, or longer. In addition to the programs listed in the Artists-in-Schools Directory, our artists are happy to work with schools to design extended programs that will give students an intensive interaction with the arts. Learn more about how to structure a teaching artist residency.

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Join our mailing list to stay informed about what's new with the artists on the Artist-in-Schools roster, and receive updates on special opportunities regarding the program.

The Ohio Alliance for Arts Education is located in the Vern Riffe Center for Government and the Arts, 77 S. High Street, 2nd Fl., Columbus, OH 43215-6108 tel: 614.224.1060 email:
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All Riffe Center visitors must provide photo ID. Backpacks are not permitted in the building.